Press Releases

On Veterans Day Helping Hands for Freedom held a benefit concert at Lusso Fine Motorcars in Scottsdale. Ultimate Bon Jovi and Don't Stop Believing Journey cover bands entertained more than 300 guests. The November 11th evening raised more than $85,000 to assist veterans and Gold Star families with fundamental life needs.

Helping Hands for Freedom honored Arizona Gold Star families with our Gold Star Mother and Host, Annette Hill, for our Annual Survivor’s Barbeque. Annette graciously opened her beautiful Phoenix home to 100 guests to celebrate the lives of those Service Members we have lost during times of combat.

Lake Pleasant Halloween BBQ and boat ride. Our generous partner, Dillon's BBQ hosted 125 military families on October 26th. The families enjoyed a beautiful evening on the water and then the children were sent to the Haunted House which was opened especially for them

Saturday, June 10, 2017 – It was an incredible experience for over 300 children that got to participate in the Malik Jackson Youth Football and Soccer Program on Saturday, June 10 at University Christian School in Jacksonville, Florida. Malik's Gifts donated the money to cover all the expenses so that all the children could attend at no cost!

May 31, 2017 Did you know our co-founder Patrick Shannon, a two time Purple Heart recipient and a Bronze Star recipient, was chosen as an American Made Hero by Evan Williams Bourbon? Pick up your bottle today and learn about Staff Sgt. Shannon's story.

This year we hosted 59 military family members for a day of laughter, fun, delicious food and a sense of community. Thank you to Danika at Castles N Coasters and our SOS team, Stella Cook and Kevin Herzinger for making this day so very special.

Recent News

April 23, 2018 - Moon Valley Country Club, Phoenix, Arizona was the host to the annual Helping Hands for Freedom Heroes Golf Classic. This event's purpose is to raise funds in support of our Gold Star and Military families. Weather was perfect and the course and comradery was outstanding.